HOTSED: A new integrated model for assessing potential hotspots of sediment sources and related sediment dynamics at watershed scale by Manuel La Licata, Alberto Bosino, Seyed Hamidreza Sadeghi, Mattia De Amicis, Andrea Mandarino, Andrea Terret, Michael Maerker

“…HOTSED integrates geomorphic spatial information with both structural and functional properties of connectivity. …”
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Electron microscopic changes in the nasal membrane of patients with COVID-19 depending on the clinical form and the period of the disease by E. V. Kryukov, K. V. Zhdanov, K. V. Kozlov, V. Yu. Kravtsov, O. V. Mal’tsev, V. S. Sukachev, P. I. Miklush, M. O. Sokolova, V. V. Sharabkhanov, R. I. Glushakov, V. V. Dvoryanchikov, R. R. Achba, D. V. Trishkin, I. I. Azarov

“…Understanding the ultra-structural cell changes of SARS-CoV-2 targets may help clarify the pathogenic aspects of infection in the lower respiratory tract. …”
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging Lesions Associated With Paroxysmal Sympathetic Hyperactivity After Traumatic Brain Injury by Jamie E. Podell, Eric W. Moffet, Uttam K. Bodanapally, Mehrnaz Pajoumand, Luisa M. Silva, Peter Hu, Lujie K. Chen, Nicholas A. Morris, Gunjan Parikh, Gary T. Schwartzbauer, Bizhan Aarabi, Neeraj Badjatia

“…This exploratory study supports the hypothesis that structural damage to CAN regions is associated with the clinical syndrome of PSH after TBI, and provides foundational evidence for future data-driven studies.…”
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Targeting the IL-17A pathway for therapy in early-stage tendinopathy by Iain B McInnes, Richard M Siegel, Neal L Millar, Moeed Akbar, Michaela Kneissel, Frank Kolbinger, Friedrich Raulf, Yufei Li, Nicolau Beckmann, Nathalie Accart, Olivier Leupin, Claudio Calonder, Matthias Schieker, Christian Bruns, Eckhard Weber

“…In the rat ex vivo and in vivo models, IL-17A blockade alleviated inflammatory immune effector release, tendon structural degeneration, tendon inflammation and impaired tendon function.Conclusion Our data provide evidence that IL-17A is a key contributor to the pathogenesis of tendinopathy by promoting tendon inflammation and degeneration and that IL-17A blockade may represent a potential therapy in early-stage tendinopathy.…”
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Longitudinal study of COPD phenotypes using integrated SPECT and qCT imaging by Frank Li, Frank Li, Xuan Zhang, Xuan Zhang, Alejandro P. Comellas, Eric A. Hoffman, Eric A. Hoffman, Michael M. Graham, Ching-Long Lin, Ching-Long Lin, Ching-Long Lin, Ching-Long Lin

“…This approach seeks to enhance our understanding of how structural and functional changes influence ventilation heterogeneity in COPD.MethodsEight COPD subjects completed a longitudinal study with three visits, spaced about a year apart. …”
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Same same but different: Neuroanatomic and connectomic profiles of early-onset schizophrenia and autism spectrum disorder by Bin Lu, Xue Li, Xue-Ping Gao, Jing Chen, Yi Liu, Jian-Ping Lu, Siu-Ching Kat, Zeng-Hui Ma, Li-Yang Zhao, Ting-Ni Yin, Xing Su, Fan-Chao Meng, Ya-Ru Zhang, Shu-Xian Wu, Wen-Jie Yan, Ya-Song Du, Xue-Rong Luo, Jing Liu, Chao-Gan Yan

“…Conclusion: The neuro-profiles revealed that EOS and ASD exhibit overlapping as well as unique imaging characteristics; however, EOS exhibits greater structural variation, while ASD presents with more subtle connectomic abnormalities. …”
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Transdiagnostic Symptom Domains Have Distinct Patterns of Association With Head Motion During Multimodal Imaging in Children by Kavari Hercules, Zhiyuan Liu, Eleni Christofilea, Jia Wei, Gladys Venegas, Olivia Ciocca, Alice Dyer, Goeun Lee, Sasha Santini-Bishop, Heather Shappell, Dylan G. Gee, Denis G. Sukhodolsky, Karim Ibrahim

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Stigma measurement in health: a systematic reviewResearch in context by Sara Malone, Lara Counts, Luke Zabotka, Anneliese Williams, Nele Loecher, Kayla Wynja, Gemma Bryan, Robin Tanner, Ana Cáceres-Serrano, Gia Ferrara, Lucia Fuentes, Tharwa Bilbeisi, Marissa Maheu, Benjamin K. Oelkers, Muna Ogwo, Lauren Yaeger, Asya Agulnik, Dylan Graetz, Shayla Lawrence, Jocelyn Rivera, Farris Abutineh, Doris Maldonado

“…Databases were searched for stigma measurement in health through July 2024. 8123 citations were screened. Data on definitions, measurement, psychometrics, and interventions were extracted. …”
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Determinants of Rotavirus Vaccine Acceptance in an Area of Southern Italy with Low Vaccination Coverage: A Case-Control Study by the Health Belief Model Questionnaire by Davide Anzà, Massimiliano Esposito, Giorgio Bertolazzi, Alessandra Fallucca, Carlo Genovese, Gabriele Maniscalco, Andrea D. Praticò, Tiziana Scarpaci, Ermanno Vitale, Vincenzo Restivo

“…Methods: This case-control study was conducted in Southern Italy to identify factors influencing parental acceptance of RVV. Data were collected from parents using a structured questionnaire that assessed socio-demographic factors, vaccine knowledge, and attitudes based on the Health Belief Model (HBM). …”
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Vendor density mapping and compliance assessment with tobacco control laws around schools in Bhubaneswar City—a geo-spatial mapping and observational study by Nancy Satpathy, Nancy Satpathy, Pratap Jena, Pratap Jena, Amit Yadav, Venkatarao Epari, Vikrant Mohanty, Muhammad Imran Ali, Rishika Khare, Yogesh Pratap Singh, Ashish Kumar Pandey

“…This study examines tobacco vendor density around schools in Bhubaneswar City, Odisha, utilizing advanced geo-spatial mapping techniques to provide evidence for regulatory enforcement.MethodsA geo-spatial mapping approach was employed using ArcMap 10.8 and Google Maps to identify tobacco vendors within a 100-yard radius of 15 selected high schools. Data collection was conducted through a structured questionnaire with 53 closed-ended questions via the Epicollect5 platform. …”
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Unveiling the powerhouse: ASCL1-driven small cell lung cancer is characterized by higher numbers of mitochondria and enhanced oxidative phosphorylation by Anna Solta, Büsra Ernhofer, Kristiina Boettiger, Christian Lang, Zsolt Megyesfalvi, Theresa Mendrina, Dominik Kirchhofer, Gerald Timelthaler, Beata Szeitz, Melinda Rezeli, Clemens Aigner, Arvand Haschemi, Lukas W. Unger, Balazs Dome, Karin Schelch

“…Methods Metabolic alterations were analyzed using proteomic data. Structural and functional differences of mitochondria were investigated using qPCR, flow cytometry, confocal imaging, and transmission electron microscopy and seahorse assays. …”
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Health workers’ perspectives regarding climate change and health in Kween District, Mount Elgon, Uganda – A qualitative study by Aggrey Siya, Akim Tafadzwa Lukwa, Chemutai Faith, Noah Mutai, Plaxcedes Chiwire

“…Health facilities were selected through purposive sampling and 69 health service providers participated. Data collection involved semi-structured interviews that explored health workers' knowledge of climate change and its impacts on health, including malaria. …”
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The Mediator Role of Depression in the Successful Aging and Death Anxiety in Middle-Aged and Older People With Hypertension by Xiaoping Li, Lu Sun, Liu Yang, Congzhi Wang, Ting Yuan, Huanhuan Wei, Yunxiao Lei, Jing Li, Mingming Liu, Dongmei Zhang, Ying Hua, Haiyang Liu, Lin Zhang

“…Pearson Correlation Analysis and Regression analysis were performed in the data analysis. In addition, AMOS was used to analyze the mediator variable effects. …”
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Technological Assessment and Predictive Modeling of Probiotic Lactose-Free Fermented Milk with <i>Lacticaseibacillus paracasei</i> GV17 by Taynan Jonatha Neves Costa, Isabella Maciel Costa, Larissa Mirelle Mendes Magalhães, Marcelo Resende de Souza, Gabriel Augusto Marques Rossi, Bruna Maria Salotti-Souza, Camila Argenta Fante

“…Regarding technological characteristics, syneresis decreased by 8.90% after 28 days, indicating greater structural stability, while water retention capacity remained constant. …”
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Impact of fine particulate matter (PM2.5) on ocular health among people living in Chiang Mai, Thailand by Sobia Kausar, Phanika Tongchai, Sumed Yadoung, Shamsa Sabir, Supansa Pata, Woottichai Khamduang, Kriangkrai Chawansuntati, Supachai Yodkeeree, Anurak Wongta, Surat Hongsibsong

“…Daily PM2.5 concentration data was gathered from Thung Satok monitoring station. …”
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Decoding Schizophrenia: How AI-Enhanced fMRI Unlocks New Pathways for Precision Psychiatry by Valeria Di Stefano, Martina D’Angelo, Francesco Monaco, Annarita Vignapiano, Vassilis Martiadis, Eugenia Barone, Michele Fornaro, Luca Steardo, Marco Solmi, Mirko Manchia, Luca Steardo

“…Moreover, ethical considerations surrounding data integrity, algorithmic transparency, and patient individuality must guide AI’s integration into psychiatry. …”
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From Ornamental Beauty to Economic and Horticultural Significance: Species Diversity and Ethnobotany of Bignoniaceae in Maha Sarakham Province, Thailand by Surapon Saensouk, Piyaporn Saensouk, Thawatphong Boonma, Sarayut Rakarcha, Khamfa Chanthavongsa, Narumol Piwpuan, Tammanoon Jitpromma

“…This study investigates the diversity, phenology, cultural relevance, and traditional uses of Bignoniaceae species in Maha Sarakham Province, Northeastern Thailand. Through semi-structured interviews with 260 local informants across 13 districts—alongside field observations and herbarium voucher collections—we documented 27 species across 21 genera. …”
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Optimization of Protein Extraction from Rapeseed Oil Cake by Dephenolization Process for Scale-Up Application Using Artificial Neural Networks by Branislava Đermanovć, Jelena Vujetić, Tea Sedlar, Danka Dragojlović, Ljiljana Popović, Predrag Kojić, Pavle Jovanov, Bojana Šarić

“…In this study, the effects of dephenolization on the structural, physicochemical, and functional properties of rapeseed protein isolate obtained from defatted rapeseed cake were investigated through four different protocols. …”
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Impact-induced energy release of typical HCP metal/PTFE/W reactive materials: Experimental study and predictive modeling via machine learning by Zhenwei Zhang, Weixi Tian, Tianyi Wang, Zhiyuan Liu, Yansong Yang, Chao Ge, Lei Guo, Yuan He, Chuanting Wang, Yong He

“…Zirconium, titanium, and other hexagonally close-packed (HCP) metals and their alloys are representative high specific strength, high reaction enthalpy, and high thermal conductivity structural materials. In this study, two typical HCP metals, zirconium, and titanium, were applied to reactive materials (RMs) to prepare Zr/PTFE/W RMs and Ti/PTFE/W RMs, validating the feasibility of HCP metal/PTFE/W RMs. …”
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Study on residual strength of oil and gas pipeline with corrosion defects under bending load by Song Chenxi, Shu Jie, Chen Han, Shi Tong, Wu Xiatong, Liu Xiaoben

“…These challenges include structural defects, geological disasters such as earthquakes, landslides, debris flows, and land subsidence, as well as external forces such as dynamic impact forces, shear forces, extrusion forces, and uneven settlement forces. …”
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